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State Government Scheme

Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal

"Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal" is a social welfare scheme implemented by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal aims to provide financial assistance to the family of the deceased weaver /artisan.

Artisans, Spinners & Weavers
Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
West Bengal
Category
Social welfare & Empowerment
How to Apply
Offline

About the Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal Scheme

"Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal" is a social welfare scheme launched by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal on 7th March, 2024, and shall remain in force for a period of five years. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to the family of the deceased weaver /artisan.

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Benefits

₹2,00,000/- only per deceased Weaver/ Artisan.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The age of the deceased artisan/weaver was between 18 to 60 years on the date of death.
  • The artisan/weaver has expired on or after the Date of Notification (7th March, 2024).
  • The claimant should have not availed any other death benefit scheme by the State Government.

How to Apply for Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal

Application mode: Offline

  • The eligible claimant for the deceased artisan/weaver should collect and submit the application in prescribed format with all requisite enclosures at the earliest to the local BDO/SDO office of the concerned Block/Municipal Corporation area.

&gt; Note:

  • The application must be submitted within 3 months of the death of the - artisan/weaver.
  • After expiry of the artisan/weaver, the claimant(s) of the benefit should produce a certificate from the local BDO regarding his eligibility of claim (form to be drafted).

Exclusions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal scheme?

&amp;quot;Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers &amp;amp; Artisans of West Bengal&amp;quot; is a social welfare scheme launched by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal on 7th March, 2024, and shall remain in force for a peri…

Who is eligible for Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal?

The age of the deceased artisan/weaver was between 18 to 60 years on the date of death. The artisan/weaver has expired on or after the Date of Notification (7th March, 2024). The claimant should have not availed any other death benefit scheme by the State Government.

What benefits does Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal provide?

₹2,00,000/- only per deceased Weaver/ Artisan.

How can I apply for Scheme of Death Benefit for Weavers & Artisans of West Bengal?

The eligible claimant for the deceased artisan/weaver should collect and submit the application in prescribed format with all requisite enclosures at the earliest to the local BDO/SDO office of the concerned Block/Municipal Corporation area. &gt; Note: The application must be submitted within 3 mon…

Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.

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